[dropcap]W[/dropcap]hen we hear the word Vaseline, immediately few uses associated with petroleum jelly come to our mind but it is worth mentioning here that Vaseline has far more uses than just moisturizing the lips and other dry parts of our body. While it is not the most important stuff in your makeup bag but you never ignore Vaseline out of your daily beauty regimen. Below are some unusual uses of this 140 years old product that makes it essential to be the part of your daily life. Whether you plan to use it for moisturizing your skin in cold weather or soothe your skin after shaving, you know for sure that this wonder product will come in handy for everyday problems.
- DIY Lip scrub
When the usage of expensive lip balms does not work, a simple use of petroleum jelly will do the trick and provides a gentle exfoliation to your lips. To apply it, just add some sugar into the Vaseline and apply it on your lips. Gently massage the mixture on your lips and after few minutes, wipe it off. Then wear your usual lip balm and you are good to go.
- Cracked heels
The problem of cracked heels is very common. Not only it is daunting on your personality but at times, it can get very painful too. If you are a victim of this problem, don’t worry anymore because Vaseline is here to your rescue. It is a well-known fact that Vaseline is immensely beneficial for your feet and makes your feet softer. To try this, just apply some Vaseline on cracked part of your heels, put on a pair of socks and leave it overnight. The oil in the Vaseline will help in repairing the cracked parts of the heels, and it stays longer than the other products which result in quicker healing. Another method is to try a good foot soak and scrub off the dead skin from your heels and massage it with Vaseline. This method can help you get soft and silky foot without any hassle.
- Cuticle care
Vaseline can be an effective tool in treating the dry cuticles problem. Apply Vaseline on the fingernails, wear a pair of gloves and leave it overnight. This therapy for nails will give you softer hands and shinier nails within no time. The cuticle issues normally occur when the cuticles lose moisture and become dry. Vaseline helps in restoring the moisture of the dry nails and restores the shine of the nails.
- Budget-Friendly Dewy Look
This simple beauty hack can give you a dewy look in not time. Just apply a dab of Vaseline on your cheekbones and within minutes, you will have a glossy look in the budget.
- An Ideal Choice to Moisturize and soften elbows
If your elbows are dry and cracked due to lack of moisture especially in winters and autumns, applying Vaseline on your elbows will give them adequate moisture and help to soften the skin.
- Removes makeup stains from clothing
The removal of makeup stains from your clothing can be a daunting task if not done properly. To get the help of Vaseline in removing the makeup stains, use a damp washcloth which will assist you in removing those stubborn marks with ease.
- Defrizz Hair with Vaseline’s Moisturizing Touch
If you are experiencing frizzed or messed up hair, use a small amount of Vaseline and apply it to your hair. However, care must be taken to avoid using it in excess or otherwise as a consequence; you will end up having greasy hair. Usually, the frizzy hair condition is caused by the lack of moisture in hair strands that result in the deterioration of hair fiber. By using Vaseline, you can restore that moisture and recover the weak hair fibers.
- Grow thicker eyebrows with Vaseline
If you want thick and long eyebrows, you can apply a little amount of Vaseline on your eyebrows and leave it overnight. This treatment will not only hydrate the hair on eyebrow but refurbish them. You can use a cotton swab or mascara to apply it on your eyebrows. Make it a part of your daily bedtime routine and you would be amazed by its results within a few weeks.
You can also try Olive oil and Vaseline mask for even better results. Just add a few drops of olive oil in half teaspoon of Vaseline and mix it thoroughly with your fingers. Apply this mask before going to bed on your eyebrows and wash it off in the morning.
- Baby Soft Facial Skin
Vaseline can help you get a soft and supple facial skin in the dry, and dreary weather conditions. Apply a small amount of Vaseline on your face and neck to get a softer and smoother skin. It does not cause any problems to your skin, but if you have sensitive skin or acne, it would be better to consult your dermatologists before applying it first.
- Heal Sunburns Easily
When you forget to wear the sunscreen at the beach, you are bound to get a painful red skin. To counter the effects, apply Vaseline liberally on the affected areas. It will give your skin the adequate moisture and heal the over dried spots.
- Easily Wear Earring
Putting earrings on after a long time can be a very painful task. If you want to avoid such pain, make sure to use the Vaseline before wearing earrings. Wearing jewelry in a well-moistured skin would be a lot easier and less painful.
- Removes lipstick stains
Lipstick can stain your teeth and daunt your look. You can avoid such a situation with Vaseline. If you do not want to get lipstick on your teeth, apply a small amount of Vaseline on your teeth before putting on lipstick.
- Exfoliates skin
Vaseline is an excellent exfoliating agent you can try the Vaseline-Salt scrub to get a soft and bright skin. Just add some sea salt in a teaspoon of Vaseline and scrub your skin. You can try this scrub during the shower, and it works up your skin brilliantly giving it an ever soft touch you have ever craved for. This tip also works well if you want to get rid of temporary tattoos or Henna from your hands.
- Open stuck nail polish
Everyone hates the struggle to unscrew the cap of nail polish bottle, but if we apply a little bit of Vaseline before putting the cap back on, we do not have t follow the same ordeal again.
- Longer Lasting Perfume Fragrance
Vaseline with its excellent petroleum jelly properties can even prolong the lasting power of perfumes you wear. Just apply a little amount of Vaseline on your neck and wrists and wear perfume over it. You will smell good the whole day.
- Reshape your Eyebrows
You can quickly reshape your eyebrows by applying a little Vaseline to them. Shape them easily with the help of mascara to get a perfect look for the day.
- Dye your Hair Risk free
While dying your hair, there is always the danger of over spilling of hair color on your face. Just apply some Vaseline on your hairline and ears to protect your skin from being stained. The petroleum jelly layer will block the absorption of any over spilled hair color on your skin.
- Quickly Remove Eyelash Extensions
If you love adorning yourself with eyelash extensions, then you cannot ignore the random achy incidents when you cannot get them off easily. You can easily remove the lash strips by applying a little amount of Vaseline on your lash line. It would ease down the sticky lash glue, and you can easily peel them away.
- Combat Soreness around the Nose during Cold
The skin around the nose gets sore when you have a runny nose, and you have to rely on the use of tissue. This usually leads to cracked skin and redness on the nose. You can avoid this problem by dabbing a little amount of Vaseline with cotton bud around the nostrils to keep the skin moisturized.
- Enhance the Eye Serum
You can enhance the performance of your eye serum by dabbing a little amount of Vaseline around the eye serum application. This can significantly improve the strength of the serum, and you can get the best out of it within fewer days comparatively. However, do not try this little hack with eye serums based on retinol based formulas because it may end up causing irradiation on your skin.
- Reduce or prevent the Chafing
A daily jogging session can end up chafing your inner thighs, especially during the summer season. You can apply a little amount of Vaseline onto your inner thigh area to decrease the muscle friction and prevent chafing. You can try this hack in any case to avoid rashes around your thighs.
- Tame your Tresses
A little amount of Vaseline on the end of your hair strands can help keep them straight without going through the hassles of ironing your hair.
Farheen Salman is a makeup beauty loves to write reviews on latest products related to beauty, health, and hygiene. She blogs at FS Fashionista.
